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Pig Kidney Works in Human for Record 61 Days

In a groundbreaking medical trial, a genetically engineered pig kidney has successfully functioned inside a brain-dead patient for an unprecedented 61 days, marking the longest-ever xenotransplantation achievement and offering hope for solving the organ d

The Pitt drama sparks 400% NHS organ donor surge

Medical drama 'The Pitt' starring Noah Wyle triggers unprecedented 400% surge in NHS organ donor registrations, demonstrating television's power to save lives through compelling healthcare storytelling.

Toxicologist: Never Eat These Mouldy Foods

A leading toxicologist reveals which mouldy foods pose serious health risks including liver damage, cancer and neurological harm - and which ones are surprisingly safe.

Jesse Eisenberg donates kidney to complete stranger

Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg reveals his astonishing decision to donate a kidney to an anonymous recipient, sparking conversations about altruistic organ donation across the UK.

Anna von Hausswolff's Gothic Masterpiece 'Iconoclasts'

Swedish composer Anna von Hausswolff returns with 'Iconoclasts,' a breathtaking album that blends cathedral-sized organ sounds with exhilarating gothic songcraft, creating what critics are calling her most ambitious work yet.

Pig kidney transplant removed from human in medical setback

In a significant development for xenotransplantation, a genetically modified pig kidney has been removed from human recipient Lisa Pisano after showing signs of reduced function, marking a crucial learning moment for medical science.

Mother meets man who received son's donated heart

In an emotionally charged episode of ITV's This Morning, a grieving mother comes face-to-face with the transplant recipient who received her son's heart in a moving television moment that highlights the profound impact of organ donation.

Delaying Parenthood Fuels UK Donor Egg Crisis

Leading fertility specialists reveal how Britain's rising maternal age is creating unprecedented demand for donor eggs, with IVF clinics struggling to meet needs as more women face biological clock realities.

Trump Secretly Paid Military Salaries During Shutdown

Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump allegedly acted as anonymous donor to cover military pay during 2018-2019 government shutdown, raising questions about political motivations and transparency.

Mystery Trump Friend's $130M Troop Donation Stuns Nation

An anonymous friend of Donald Trump has made an unprecedented $130 million donation to support America's armed forces, sparking intense speculation about the donor's identity and motives behind this extraordinary act of generosity.

Anonymous donor pays military during Trump shutdown

An anonymous benefactor steps forward to cover military salaries after President Trump's controversial shutdown threatened armed forces pay, raising questions about private funding of public services.

Trump hosts wealthy donors at White House dinner

Former President Donald Trump courted wealthy Republican donors at a private White House dinner, outlining controversial plans to deport millions and overhaul energy policy if re-elected in 2024.

Alabama cheerleader killed after becoming organ donor

In a heartbreaking turn of events, 18-year-old Kimberley 'Kimber' Mills was shot and killed in Alabama just days after registering as an organ donor, leaving her family devastated and a community in mourning.

British woman murdered in Thailand organ harvesting scam

A young British woman's dream modelling opportunity in Thailand turned into a horrific nightmare when she was murdered by organ harvesters in a sophisticated international trafficking scheme that has shocked authorities.

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